Margin trading can be an effective strategy to maximize returns in the share market. However, it is also a double-edged sword that can lead to significant losses if not managed carefully.

A margin call occurs when the value of securities in a brokerage account falls below a certain level, known as the maintenance margin, requiring the account holder to deposit additional cash or ...

In a cash account, all trades must be settled in cash on the settlement date, which occurs two days after the trade date for most securities. A margin account, however, is quite different. If you ...